April 2004 Tell Tale
Volume 58, Number 2 April 2004
Notre Dame Freshman Icebreaker
Univ of Notre Dame
March 27-28, 2004
Saturday morning were greeted by dense fog and still air. As the FJ’s were being rigged the fog lifted. But the lack of wind postponed racing. During the wait Father Kevin Russeau blessed the Notre Dame’s new fleet of 420’s. Partly cloudy skies and south winds at 8-12 kts and temperatures in the lower sixties made for great sailing. Windward Leeward 2x courses were run. Races 1-8 were completed. Sunday, sunny skies and strengthening winds greeted sailors. Winds were from the south at 8-14kts and by the end of the regatta the temperatures were in the low 70’s. There were several capsizes some taking longer to right than others. WL and WL2x courses were run. Kenyon left the regatta after Saturday’s racing and did not fill out an RP form.
A B TOT
1. Wisconsin 39 34 73
2. MSU1 68 16 84
3. Miami 54 35 89
4. ND1 38 84 122
5. WMU 87 64 151
6. Purdue 74 90 164
7. Michigan 77 91 168
8. Indian 29 144 173
9. Hope 97 106 203
10. ND2 130 80 210
11. Minnesota 121 91 212
12. MSU2 125 108 233
13. Kenyon 151 153 304 + 40 pts
A Division TOT
1. Indiana 29 Barret Rhoads '07/
Kerry Kilbourne (ND)'07
2. ND1 38 Dan Ryan '07/
Erin Elser '06
3. Wisconsin 39 Liz Prange '07/
Andy Muller '07
4. Miami 54 Jocelyn Pollak '07/
Anne Simiele '06
5. MSU1 68 Michael Fong '07/
Erin Holcomb '07
6. Purdue 74 Matt Conrad '07/ Mattox '07 (1-6,11-12)
Fleck '07 (7-10)
7. Michigan 77 Ben Seppalla '07/ Lisa Vanderboosche '07
8. WMU 87 Chris Koch '07/ Ben Bushkuhl '07
9. Hope 97 Charlie Sierzant '07/ Troy Schrock '05
10. Minnesota 121 Jones 05 (1-4,7-8,11-12) Lambert '07 (5-6,9-10)/
Lambert 07 (1-4,7-8) Gross 05 (9-12)
Chan 04(56)
11. MSU2 125 James Hook '07/ Ed Lake '07
12. ND2 130 Ryan Wermeling '07/ Bethune '07 (1-6)
Wieber '07 (6-12)
13. Kenyon 151
B Division TOT
1. MSU1 16 Rob Linden '06/ Meghan Walter '06
2. Wisconsin 34 Scott Eisenhardt '06/ Kelsey Cramer '07
3. Miami 35 Rush '07/ Heckler '07 (3-4,7-8,9-10)
Brennan '07 (1-2,5-6)
4. WMU 64 Joy Donahue '07/ Lindenberg '06 (1-4,7-12)
Brown '05 (5-6)
5. ND2 80 Tim O'Shaughnessy 06 (1-6) Tim Russell 07 (6-12)
/ Amy Becker '07
6. ND1 84 Dave Harmon 04 Mike Maus 06/ Kathleen Sabloff 07
7. Purdue 90 Charles Rush '06/ Peter Maloney '07
8. Michigan 91 Arbaugh '05 (1-2,5-6) Quasney '06(3-4,7-8)/
Lieberzon (1-2,5-6)Vane '07 (3-4,7-8)
9. Minnesota 91 Saarela '04 (1-10,12) Chan '04 (11) /
Gross '05 (1-8) Chan '04 (9-10,12)
Saarela '04 (11)
10. Hope 106 Robert Croswell '07/ DeYoung '07 Davis '07
11. MSU2 108 Ryan Gates '06/ Katie Jacquemin '07
12. Indiana 144 Kiki Kaprel '07/ Jim Coyle '08 (ND)
13. Kenyon 153
Keys to a Successful Spring Season
Alex Symes
I will leave you with a Haiku:
Spring is almost here
To have a successful spring
Practice your sailing
Wisconsin Second
Nelson Roltsch Intersectional
Tulane University, Southern YC & University of New Orleans
February 21-22, 2004
Saturday:
It was a warm sunny day with mild winds in the morning and weakening as the day went on. Windward leewards were raced all day and 4 races in each division were sailed. There were no protests filed that day.
Sunday:
It was still a warm day and the wind was stronger. The morning was around 7-9 and 9-11 in the afternoon. Again Windward/Leewards were sailed and each division sailed 4 races. There were no on the water protests Sunday either.
NOTE: U/Florida did not fill out the RP form. As per PR10d(i) 20 points per division have been added to their score. -AC
A division = 8 Races
B division = 8 Races
A B TOT
1. Tulane 30 25 55
2. Wisconsin 27 30 57
3. New Orleans 54 9 63
4. Rollins 32 32 64
5. South Alabama 28 40 68
6. Queen's 40 45 85
7. U/Texas 59 48 107
8. Texas A & M Galv 51 70 121
9. UMBC 73 78 151
10. Texas A & M 75 83 158
*11. Florida 62+20 64+20 126+40=166
A Division TOT
1. Wisconsin 27 Anne Porter '05/Kari Sachs '04
B Division TOT
3. Wisconsin 30 Matt Schmidt '07/Carolyn Soling '04
Introducing the MCSA’s New Vice Commodore
Aaron Mann
Coming to college has reinforced what one often learns when meeting sailors: we are a unique lot. For example, explaining cold fall regatta weekends often spurs the common response: “Isn’t sailing a summer sport?” Sailing is more than sport really – it’s a culture. I am learning that college sailing takes the sailing culture to whole new level.
My name is Aaron Mann and, as a late addition to the board, I will honorably be serving as your new Vice Commodore. I am freshman at the University of Wisconsin, enjoying my infancy in college sailing. Culture Awareness 101 / my love of sailing began on the inland lakes of Wisconsin several summers ago. Beginning sailing X Boats, I have moved on to sailing scows, lasers and 420s. I also coach extensively during the summer. I couldn’t put it more bluntly: sailing has grown into an obsession.
Being here at Wisconsin has also allowed me to get involved with the administration of the team in the few months I have been here. My role on the team thus far, focusing on long range planning and team development, fits in perfectly with the position of Vice Commodore in the MCSA. I will be working with our newer schools to grow and be successful as well as reaching out to schools that aren’t yet a part of our district. This job is essential in ensuring the continued development and success of the district.
I am looking forward to meeting everyone throughout the district this year, getting to know you and your team. We, as a board, are here for you – so please feel free to contact me or any of us at any time to discuss your thoughts on the district, (those that are or aren’t already being sent out on this list-serve). I look forward to a productive and fun year.
See you all on the water,
Aaron Mann
(414) 333-4655
mann2323@yahoo.com
Old South Intersectional
University of Florida
February 28-29, 2004
Day 1:
The sailing gods have blessed us today in Gainesville, Florida with great wind and clear skies. Winds started light at 6 knots building to 14 knots by 2pm. 8 races in A division and 6 in B division were sailed. Some major wind shifts but nothing out of the norm at Lake Wauburg. Courses were modified gold cups and modified trapezoids. Great thanks to members of the UF team for running the RC.
Day 2:
Well rested sailors faced another amazing day in Florida. Good breeze with clear skies and temps in the 70's. Six races were sailed today to complete the ten team round robin. All courses were modified gold cup. Many thanks go out to the Eckerd team for providing a rudder for the weekend. We hope everyone enjoyed the regatta and look forward to having everyone back next year when we hope to offer 2 more berths.
A division = 10 Races
B division = 10 Races
A B TOT
1. Charleston 19 17 36
2. Citadel 28 36 64
3. Tulane 40 37 77
4. Eckerd 53 32 85
5. South Florida 57 35 92
6. Southern Alabama 45 89 134
7. Florida 71 66 137
8. NC State 80 70 150
9. Miami/OH 72 83 155
10. Auburn 87 86 173
A Division TOT
8. Miami/OH 72 Jocelyn Pollak ‘07, Anne Simiele ‘ 06
B Division TOT
8. Miami/OH 83 Matt Lincoln ‘04, Eryn Whistler ‘06
Rig Preparation
Ward Detwiler
With temperatures rising and the ice disappearing on our respective lakes, we sailors feel the springtime itch to get back out on the water. However, in our rush to get back racing, we often overlook a very important task; rig preparation. Taking the time to properly assemble and maintain your rigs, and checking them for potential problems, will save you time and money later on. Create a checklist and look over the following areas.
Are your spreaders in good condition? The number one cause of broken rigs on 420’s and FJ’s are broken spreaders. Look at the spot where your wire jib halyard has worn a hole through the front of your spreaders. Once the mast is up in the air, this hole is out of sight and out of mind, but with continuous wear from the halyard, the hole will grow, the spreader will break, and the mast will fall and most likely break. Take the time to replace any faulty spreaders while your rig is down. And better yet, when you set up your mast and go to step it, make sure that the jib halyard is running behind the spreader. This way, when the mast loads and bends, the wire will not wear on the spreader.
The next most important things to check on your rig are your shrouds. Remember when you were in the middle of practice or a regatta and you noticed that your shroud was unwinding? You probably just put a little tape on it and forgot about it. Make sure that your shrouds have no spots where they are unraveling, and replace them if they do. This cheap pre-season fix will save you a broken rig later on. You also want to make sure that there are no fishhooks in your shrouds; small and sharp pieces of wire that protrude from the shroud. These tiny and often overlooked hazards are more dangerous for the crew than the skipper, as they can easily slice open an unsuspecting hand when you are looking for something to grab after a huge roll tack.
Do your chain plates have big enough pins running through them? An undersized or bent pin or a loose ring ding is just as hazardous as a worn spreader or a fish hooked halyard. As an additional measure, tape all of your pins and ring dings to prevent them from failing. Also, be sure to carry spare pins and ring dings and a roll of electrical tape in your pocket while sailing.
Make sure that halyards are also in good condition, with no worn covers or frayed sections. And while a halyard may look good on the outside, remember that most of the load is carried by the inner core. Feel with your fingers to make sure that the core is firm and uniform throughout its length, with no empty spots. Healthy halyards make it easier raise and lower sails, and are less likely to break. By taking a few extra minutes when stepping your rig, and creating a checklist for every spar, you will avoid many costly problems further on down the road.
Eckerd Intersectional Regatta
Eckerd College
March 6-7, 2004
Saturday - Cloudy skies on Boca Ceiga Bay with temps in the high 70's and Southwest winds at 5-18 knots. 8 races per division were sailed in Eckerd fleet of 420's. Courses were Gold Cups and Windward/Leeward (2x). 1 protest was filed by South Florida resulting in a DSQ for Coast Guard.
Sunday - Intense fog in the morning, but slowly cleared by mid day. Racing began promptly at 9:45 and 6 more A and B races were completed by 2:45. Temps in the mid 70's with Southwest winds at 5-12 knots. No protests and courses were Gold Cups and Windward/Leeward (2x).
A division = 14 Races
B division = 14 Races
A B TOT
1. Eckerd College 44 28 72
2. Citadel 29 65 94
3. Coast Guard 52 59 111
4. Eckerd Tritons 92 52 144
5. Cornell 61 96 157
6. Rhode Island 110 63 173
7. South Florida 102 79 181
8. South Alabama 70 122 192
9. Florida 117 117 234
10. Texas 145 106 251
11. Miami/OH 125 158 283
12. Northwestern 146 147 293
A Division TOT
10. Miami/OH 125 Jocelyn Pollock 07 (all)/
Anne Simile 06 (1-8),
Sarah Paisley 04 (9-14)
12. Northwestern 146 Chris Stahl 05 (all) / Liz Snow 05 (all)
B Division TOT
11. Northwestern 147 Aaron Lasher 05 (1-4, 13-14)/
Ashley Metz 05 (1-4, 13-14),
Brian Sabina 05 (5-12)/
Ashley Vinograd 06 (5-12)
12. Miami/OH 158 Eryn Whistler 06 (all)/
Sarah Collins 07 (1-4, 11-14),
Chloe Young-Hynon 07 (5-8, 9-10)
St. Mary's Women's Intersectional
St. Mary's College of Maryland
March 20-21, 2004
Perfect conditions Saturday in Southerly wind from SW at 14 to SE of 8-12. Courses were Gold Cup and Triangle Windward except for 1 Windward/Lee/windward.
Sunday was Northwesterly 20+. We were able to complete one A division set with plenty of capsizes and swimming to raise the concern level. After a short shoreside postponement, three additional rescue boats were manned by coaches in drysuits and racing continued for B division. With only 3 boats still standing in race 10B, it was abandoned and multiple rescues performed. Breeze did not show any hope of diminishing and teams were sent on their way by 1:15pm.
A B TOT
1. Harvard 51 30 81
2. Tufts 60 30 90
3. Yale 61 43 104
4. ODU 25 87 112
5. Georgetown 57 63 120
6. Stanford 80 54 134
7. USC 68 68 136
8. Dartmouth 101 56 157
9. Navy 80 77 157
10. Boston College 93 74 167
11. UC Santa Barbara 70 98 168
12. Hobart William Smith 78 111 189
13. Brown 82 114 196
14. St. Mary's College 102 106 208
15. South Florida 107 104 211
16. Michigan State 155 117 272
17. UMD 134 152 286
18. U Michigan 136 150 286
A Division TOT
17. U Michigan 136 Christina Falcone '07 /
L Vandenbossche '07 1-2,
E Burke '06 5-7
18. Michigan State 155 Laura Schmidt '06 /
Meghan Walter '06
B Division TOT
16. Michigan State 117 Mary Vorel '05/
Rebecca Wilson '06
17. U Michigan 150 Katrina Dewitt '07/
Jacquemin '06 Burke '06
Truxtun Umsted Regatta
U.S. Naval Academy
20-21 March, 2004
Saturday: A blustery South Breeze howled all day. Big breeze and big waves made for some great excitement and filming for the College Sports Television Network.
Sunday: Extreme winds created possible unsafe and equipment damaging conditions. With a forecast for sustained winds throughout the day, the race committee decided to abandon racing for Sunday and conclude the regatta at 1030. Since C and D division only completed 10 races in the regatta, A and B races 11 and 12 did not count in the final results.
A division = 10 Races
B division = 10 Races
C division = 10 Races
D division = 10 Races
A B C D TOT
1. St. Mary's College 33 87 34 40 194
2. Georgetown 63 66 22 65 216
3. Hobart W/S 102 44 81 47 274
4. Tufts 60 99 59 58 276
5. Univ. Southern Cal 37 63 88 99 287
6. Brown 91 43 95 61 290
7. Dartmouth 98 74 62 73 307
8. Coll. of Charleston 75 57 113 63 308
9. Boston College 70 67 113 80 330
10. Harvard 99 82 25 128 334
11. Navy 119 107 58 52 336
12. Old Dominion 74 128 125 103 430
13. U.C. Santa Barbara 155 90 92 158 495
14. Kings Point MMA 114 100 165 138 517
15. Queens 151 133 128 109 521
16. South Florida 120 113 148 154 535
17. Texas A&M Galveston 97 169 166 174 606
18. Wisconsin 175 170 143 178 666
19. Univ. of Maryland 173 169 177 178 697
20. Michigan 189 171 205 140 705
A Division TOT
19. Wisconsin 175 Joe Zechlinski '06 All /
C.Niedziela'04 1-3
A.Schultz'05 4-7
Mueller 8-10
20. Michigan 189 Matt Vanderpool '06 All /
Dave Elwood '05 All
B Division TOT
19. Wisconsin 170 Anne Porter '05 All / James Dunham '06 All
20. Michigan 171 Chris Granger '07 All / Carrie Petri '07 1-2
Thomas Martin '05 3-12
C Division TOT
15. Wisconsin 143 Matt Schmidt '07 All
20. Michigan 205 Ben Seppala '07 All
D Division TOT
15. Michigan 140 Cam McNiel '05 All
19. Wisconsin 178 Scott Eisenhardt '06 All
News from the Executive Board
At its last meeting the Executive Board considered bids for a new MCSA Website. The new website should be up and running by the end of the season and will have a new look and many new features.
The Board is in the process of studying a proposal which will develop a priority list for determining the order in which teams will be selected to schedule In-district regattas, In-district Intersectionals and Out-of-district intersectionals when there are more teams than berths at the scheduling meeting.
A proposal was accepted which will break the MCSA Singlehanded Championships fleets into two groups when there are over 24 entrants.
The Board is attempting to promote membership by the building of clusters of schools within the MCSA. It is hoped that this concept will strengthen existing schools and develop new schools which will join the MCSA. The concept of how coaches could help in this effort was also included.
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